AWARDING A CONTRACT Sample Clauses

AWARDING A CONTRACT. Upon receiving written approval from MaineDOT, the City shall award a contract to the lowest responsive/responsible bidder in accordance with the latest edition of MaineDOT’s Standard Specifications, Section 103, “Award and Contracting.” Additionally: A. The City shall be prohibited from negotiating with any bidder, during the period after bids are opened and before a contract is awarded. Any such negotiating shall be just cause for a finding of Default of this Agreement against the City. B. Upon award, the City shall administer the contract for the duration of the Project.